How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL049 - Party entitled to dispose and/or owner missing in item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Party entitled to dispose and/or owner missing in item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL049 - Party entitled to dispose and/or owner missing in item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL049 indicates that there is a missing or incorrect assignment of the "party entitled to dispose" and/or "owner" for a specific item in the context of warehouse management or logistics execution. This error typically arises in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when processing goods movements, deliveries, or inventory management tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The item in question does not have the necessary data for the "party entitled to dispose" or "owner" fields filled in. This can happen if the item was created without these details or if they were not properly maintained in the master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require these fields to be populated for certain processes, and if they are not, the system will throw this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the material master, business partner, or other related master data records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Go to the material master record for the item in question and ensure that the "party entitled to dispose" and "owner" fields are correctly filled out. You can do this using transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Update Business Partner Data: If the item is linked to a business partner, ensure that the business partner data is complete and correctly configured. Use transaction code BP to check and update the business partner details.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the EWM or Logistics Execution module to see if there are any mandatory fields that need to be filled out for the processes you are trying to execute. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies between the various master data records. This can help pinpoint where the missing information is.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings related to master data and item management to ensure compliance with business requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.